Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
About this programme
The Department of Communication Studies seeks to create a contemporary, internationally-ranked facility for students to pursue degrees or concentrations in the media and communication sciences. The idea is to create media content and products that are sensitive to social, cultural, political and economic pluralism, gender equality and human rights of the dispossessed.
Entry requirements
Senior Secondary School Certificate: Passes in core English, core Mathematics, core Science and three elective subjects, with an aggregate score of 24 or better in the West African Examination Council (WAEC) or with an aggregate score of 36 or better in the West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). All passes must be at grade D (SSSCE) or grade C6 (WASSCE) or better. General Certificate of Education: An applicant must have at least credit-level passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 2 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the advanced level passes must be a grade ‘D’ or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained. Professional Qualifications: Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) with at least 3 Credits and 2 passes awarded by the Technical Examination Unit of GES. Other qualifications such as Private Secretary and Bilingual Secretaryship is eligible. Mature Student’s Entry Requirement: Applicants without formal academic qualifications may be considered for admission if they are above 25 years old and have demonstrable relevant professional experience. Mature applications for the BA in Communication Studies programme must be at least 27 years before the academic year starts. Applicants will also be required to pass an entrance examination and / or an interview.
Career prospects
Media Organizations: (Print, Electronic & New Media); Freelance media practitioners (Journalists); Advertising Agencies; Public Relations Agencies or Consultancies; Corporate or Public Relations Departments; Research Agencies; Non-Governmental Organisations among others.